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Variety of Animal-based protein sources.

High-Quality and Affordable Protein Options

Protein is an essential part of the human diet and can come from many sources. Learn about some diverse protein options to build resiliency when certain proteins are experiencing shortages or increased costs.

Inflation concept diagram drawn on a blackboard.

Budget Adjustments When Inflation Impacts Prices

The prices of regularly purchased items have slowly increased over the past year due to inflation. When this happens, it is time to review your budget to make adjustments in spending.

Pictured (front row, left to right): Ashley Bondesen, Lincoln County; Kate Hamilton, Beadle County; Grace DiGiovanni, Turner County; Shane Rist, Turner County; Hayden Niles, Day County; and Emma Eppe, Lake County (back row, left to right): Madison DeMent, Minnehaha County; Eli Hamre, Walworth County; Carter Effling, Marshall County; Logan Tlam, Davison County; Dillon Browning, Brown County; and Emily Robbins, Brookings County Not pictured: William Karels, Grant County; Izzy May, Butte/Lawrence County; Isaac

Sixteen Teens Selected to 2021-2022 State 4-H Ambassador Team

January 06, 2022

Each year, 4-H teens across South Dakota have an opportunity to apply to become a South Dakota State 4-H Ambassador. In this role, 4-H’ers grow their leadership and life skills, while serving as an agent of change and promoting inclusion and respect for diversity across 4-H in South Dakota. In October 2021, 16 teens were selected to serve on the 2021-2022 State 4-H Ambassador team.

two ladies in green jackets shake hands in front of a building.

4-H Civocacy Guide

Guidebook for being a civic advocate and engaging with elected officials.

Series of trophies on display at a 4-H contest.

South Dakota 4-H Social Skills Circular newsletter

South Dakota 4-H Social Outcome newsletter for 4-H families and club leaders

Keynote speaker presenting attendees at the 4-National Conference.

National 4-H Conference

The National 4-H Conference is a pinnacle experience in 4-H civic engagement held annually in the Washington, D.C. area.

Fayth Martin posing with her many 4-H awards.

Martin Learns Patience From 4-H Experiences

Fayth Martin, a six-year South Dakota 4-H member in Haakon County, loves helping kids learn, whether it is through presentations or helping them complete projects.

Left: Maggie DeMers showing a dress on stage. Right: Maggie with a harnessed cow at a 4-H event.

Perseverance: An Important Skill Learned in 4-H

Maggie DeMers is a member of the Clovervale 4-H Club in Tripp County, S.D. Through 4-H, she has influenced many people with her passion, learned skills and shared experiences.

Hope Baysinger presenting a special foods project at a table.

Gaining Life Skills and Helping Those in Need

Hope Baysinger, a fourth-generation 4-H member out of Sanborn County, S.D., credits 4-H for teaching her valuable life skills and giving her opportunities to help those in need.